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Council on Foundations

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Needs new leadership - Anonymous employee Council on Foundations Employee Review

2.0
12 Aug 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Talented and engaged junior and mid-level staff; comparable pay relative to other associations; easy commuting location; nice office; good work-life balance depending on position

Cons

Top-heavy management intent on constant staff reorganization; lack of communication between upper management and the rest of the staff; lack of focus on members; lack of understanding of member needs; lack of interest in offering quality programming; lack of promotion opportunity for mid-level and junior staff; those who offer opinions are treated poorly; lack of room for innovation.

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5.0
24 May 2026
Anonymous employee
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Pros

It is so great to work at a place that puts their time, policies, and money in alignment with their values. This has been one of the best work experiences I've ever had. The staff is is great, people are dedicated, reliable, collaborative, and everyone cares about their work. Senior management is talented, responsible, responsive, and transparent. It has felt like important work to contribute to and a stable place to work. Salaries are fair and in alignment with nonprofit salaries.

Cons

It is a relatively small organization (around 50), so growth in terms of new opportunities, only happens when people leave. Workloads can be heavy and calendars are always full. It has a fast pace.

5.0
28 Apr 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great work culture, work life balance

Cons

None, possible experience thus far

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